Reverie Washington

Awards

MICHELIN Guide

One star restaurant, 2024

All Michelin stars in Washington All Michelin stars in United States All 1 star Michelin in Washington All 1 star Michelin in United States

OAD

North American Restaurants 2024, 100

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Restaurant Ranking

Restaurant Ranking 2024, #929, PRO #17.50, USER #0.00

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Chef

Johnny Spero

Cuisine

Contemporary

• 2024
• 2022
• 2021
• 2020

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 31 Aug 2024

by Khoi Tran

13) MANIFEST SOURDOUGH – yuzu curd / yeast crumble 😍😘🥰

“Bread course” comes last, and it’s worth the wait. Makes you wish it came in a pint, available for purchase. Better yet, make that a quart, please 🤤😋

14) Mignardises – GERANIUM, KOMBU & APPLE, FINANCIER
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
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13) MANIFEST SOURDOUGH – yuzu curd / yeast crumble 😍😘🥰

“Bread course” comes last, and it’s worth the wait. Makes you wish it came in a pint, available for purchase. Better yet, make that a quart, please 🤤😋

14) Mignardises – GERANIUM, KOMBU & APPLE, FINANCIER
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc #mystorywithmichelin #yesmichelinguide #oad #oadtop100 #epicurean #finedininglover #finedininglovers #hautecuisine #hautecuisines #beautifulcuisine #beautifulcuisines #gastroart #gastronogram #gourmand #gourmet #gourmetartistry #finefood #finefoods #luxuryfood #soigne #soignefood #culinaire #culinaireinspiratie #artculinaire #foodlove #foodlover #foodlovers #theartofplating #finedining Less

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 30 Aug 2024

by Khoi Tran

11) CATCH OF THE DAY – marigold / bonito / hazelnut 🎣

Wild-caught turbot cooked over coals and served with a butter sauce. The Hakurei turnip was terrific, too 👏
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc #mystorywithmichelin #yesmichelinguide #oad #oadtop100 #epicurean #finedininglover #finedininglovers... More

11) CATCH OF THE DAY – marigold / bonito / hazelnut 🎣

Wild-caught turbot cooked over coals and served with a butter sauce. The Hakurei turnip was terrific, too 👏
~
@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
~
#hungryglomad_washingtondc #mystorywithmichelin #yesmichelinguide #oad #oadtop100 #epicurean #finedininglover #finedininglovers #hautecuisine #hautecuisines #beautifulcuisine #beautifulcuisines #gastroart #gastronogram #gourmand #gourmet #gourmetartistry #finefood #finefoods #luxuryfood #soigne #soignefood #culinaire #culinaireinspiratie #artculinaire #foodlove #foodlover #foodlovers #theartofplating #turbot Less

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 29 Aug 2024

by Khoi Tran

9) CRAB CUSTARD – black walnut / caviar 🦀

For years now, I have admired @johnnyspero’s cooking @reverie_restaurant as some of the most delightfully surprising and progressive cuisine in Washington, DC. Nestled in Georgetown, away from the limelight of more bustling neighborhoods, he forged a distinct culinary signature. Johnny’s seafood-centric dishes melded personal preferences with professional influences while always playfully pushing beyond traditional bounds.... More

9) CRAB CUSTARD – black walnut / caviar 🦀

For years now, I have admired @johnnyspero’s cooking @reverie_restaurant as some of the most delightfully surprising and progressive cuisine in Washington, DC. Nestled in Georgetown, away from the limelight of more bustling neighborhoods, he forged a distinct culinary signature. Johnny’s seafood-centric dishes melded personal preferences with professional influences while always playfully pushing beyond traditional bounds. Eschewing safe formulations meant daring to let his thoughtful but experimental creations move quickly from idea to plate. This didn’t mean that every course served was a resounding success. At times, some publications and guides—and a few diners alike—struggled to find agreement. But Johnny’s creative voice was his own, and staying true to his instincts found him the right audience 🙏

In spring 2022, long-overdue accolades finally arrived, most notably with Reverie’s first Michelin star. But just when the restaurant had hit its stride with a cohesive menu and consistent execution, a devastating kitchen fire shuttered it for the next year and a half. Resolved to move forward, Johnny took Reverie on the road across thousands of miles, from coast to coast as well as overseas. Cooking, dining, and learning with and from other chefs allowed him to breathe new life and expression into his flagship restaurant 👏

Now with a fresh design, Reverie feels rejuvenated. Time spent away from the national capital region has given the team a renewed focus and maturity. The dining room exudes a conspicuous level of refinement. But the restaurant’s spunk and fun remain fully intact, even if surrounded by a more polished setting 👔

Welcome back, Johnny. Your fine-dining cuisine has been missed. And with one hit after another, your tasting menu has never been better 💪
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants” Less

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 28 Aug 2024

by Khoi Tran

7) KOKOTXAS – saffron / alliums 🤤

Kokotxas is a traditional Basque fish stew made from fish necks, typically cod or hake. The Reverie version coats the throat meat in Japanese panko before deep frying it. Served with a sauce made from cod stock emulsified with saffron, parsley, and garlic emulating Basque pil pil. So good! 😋

8) ABALONE – smoked butter / liver sauce 🥹👏
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc... More

7) KOKOTXAS – saffron / alliums 🤤

Kokotxas is a traditional Basque fish stew made from fish necks, typically cod or hake. The Reverie version coats the throat meat in Japanese panko before deep frying it. Served with a sauce made from cod stock emulsified with saffron, parsley, and garlic emulating Basque pil pil. So good! 😋

8) ABALONE – smoked butter / liver sauce 🥹👏
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc #mystorywithmichelin #yesmichelinguide #oad #oadtop100 #epicurean #finedininglover #finedininglovers #hautecuisine #hautecuisines #beautifulcuisine #beautifulcuisines #gastroart #gastronogram #gourmand #gourmet #gourmetartistry #finefood #finefoods #luxuryfood #soigne #soignefood #culinaire #culinaireinspiratie #artculinaire #foodlove #foodlover #foodlovers #theartofplating #finedining Less

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 26 Aug 2024

by Khoi Tran

4) TOSTADA DEL MAR – crema gribiche / epazote 🌽🌊

Tostada made from @masienda red corn 👏
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@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
~
#hungryglomad_washingtondc #mystorywithmichelin #yesmichelinguide #oad #oadtop100 #epicurean #finedininglover #finedininglovers #hautecuisine #hautecuisines... More

4) TOSTADA DEL MAR – crema gribiche / epazote 🌽🌊

Tostada made from @masienda red corn 👏
~
@michelinguide for 2024: 🌟

@oadtop100 for 2024: No. 100 on “North America Top Restaurants”
~
#hungryglomad_washingtondc #mystorywithmichelin #yesmichelinguide #oad #oadtop100 #epicurean #finedininglover #finedininglovers #hautecuisine #hautecuisines #beautifulcuisine #beautifulcuisines #gastroart #gastronogram #gourmand #gourmet #gourmetartistry #finefood #finefoods #luxuryfood #soigne #soignefood #culinaire #culinaireinspiratie #artculinaire #foodlove #foodlover #foodlovers #theartofplating #tostada Less

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 18 Apr 2024

by Jhonatan Cano

Beautiful dishes at @reverie_restaurant 🌟 @johnnyspero

Dinner at Capitol Crossing

on 16 Oct 2022

by Khoi Tran

1) BABY SQUID – squid ink, squid garum & grilled squid 🦑

2) POTATO – bottarga, smoked egg & crispy bits 🥔

I could devour a dozen of these baby squids @barspero. They’re excellent 🤤🔥😋
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc #foodiegram #foodiegrams #foodaddict #foodporn #foodphoto #foodphotos #foodpic #foodpics #f52 #f52gram #f52grams #goodeats... More

1) BABY SQUID – squid ink, squid garum & grilled squid 🦑

2) POTATO – bottarga, smoked egg & crispy bits 🥔

I could devour a dozen of these baby squids @barspero. They’re excellent 🤤🔥😋
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc #foodiegram #foodiegrams #foodaddict #foodporn #foodphoto #foodphotos #foodpic #foodpics #f52 #f52gram #f52grams #goodeats #seriouseats #forkyeah #igfoodie #igfoodies #igfoods #igfoodporn #igfoodpic #igfoodshare #instafood #dcdining #lefooding #eeeeats #babysquid #squid #openfire #hearth #foodphotography Less

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 22 Dec 2021

by Khoi Tran

We had a grand evening with Chef @johnnyspero and the awesome @reverie_restaurant crew. Much thanks to the lovely staff for creating such a fun dining experience! 👏😃🙏

Evening Team: @benplyra @needcornstarch @rowleyharv @j.chavenson @setnom.nodnarb @marciegstcox @kb____baby @sydneyluce
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#hungryglomad_washingtondc #foodie #foodies #foodiesofinstagram... More

We had a grand evening with Chef @johnnyspero and the awesome @reverie_restaurant crew. Much thanks to the lovely staff for creating such a fun dining experience! 👏😃🙏

Evening Team: @benplyra @needcornstarch @rowleyharv @j.chavenson @setnom.nodnarb @marciegstcox @kb____baby @sydneyluce
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Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 11 Jun 2021

by Jhonatan Cano

🇺🇸 DC • June 2021
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Beauty @reverie_restaurant ~ scallop, buttermilk, dill, kombu

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 09 Oct 2020

by Jhonatan Cano

🇺🇸 • Washington DC • 10.6.2020
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Congrats on 2 ✌️ years going strong 💪 @johnnyspero and the @reverie_restaurant team!

Dinner at Reverie Restaurant

on 04 Jul 2020

by Jhonatan Cano

🇺🇸 • Washington DC • 7.3.2020
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Tasting 💪 menu at @reverie_restaurant patio
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